Porto Castello sits right on a black sand beach, offering a peaceful getaway. Guests can relax by the poolside bar, enjoy the coffee shop/cafe, and use the in-room WiFi to stay connected. The staff receives consistently positive reviews for their helpfulness.
Located in Santorini, Porto Castello is near the beach. Ancient Thira and Castle of Oia are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Santorini Caldera and Kamari Beach. Lost Atlantis Experience Museum and Tramonto ad Oia are also worth visiting. Visit our Santorini travel guide
Guests at this beach aparthotel will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as an area shuttle and complimentary wireless Internet access. Each apartment features free WiFi and free wired Internet, plus a fridge and a plasma TV with satellite channels. Additional amenities include Egyptian cotton sheets, a shower and free toiletries.
Porto Castello offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with free toiletries and blackout curtains. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch plasma televisions come with premium satellite channels.
Bathrooms include a shower. This Santorini aparthotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
Free area shuttle
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
Cleaning supplies
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Dining
Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 8 to 10 for adults and EUR 7 to 10 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Bedrooms
Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathroom
1 private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch plasma TV with premium satellite channels
Library
Outdoor areas
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Tile flooring in room
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
24-hour front desk
Blackout drapes
Daily housekeeping
Luggage storage
Tour and ticket assistance
Location highlights
In a village
Near the sea
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
2 floors
40 units
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 8 to 10 for adults and EUR 7 to 10 for children
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 1070634
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Porto Castello
Porto Castello Hotel
Porto Castello Hotel Santorini
Porto Castello Santorini
Porto Castello Santorini
Porto Castello Aparthotel
Porto Castello Aparthotel Santorini
Frequently asked questions
Does Porto Castello have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Porto Castello?
As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Porto Castello on 29 Mar 2026 start from ฿1,614, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Porto Castello pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Porto Castello?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Porto Castello?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Porto Castello?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Does Porto Castello provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Where is Porto Castello located?
Offering direct access to the beach, this Santorini aparthotel is steps from Vourvoulos Beach and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Santorini Caldera. Agios Nikolaos Beach and Agios Nikolaos Monastery are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Reviews
Porto Castello Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.2
Cleanliness
6.4
Location
8.0
Staff & service
7.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 377 reviews
10 - Excellent
131
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 377 reviews
8 - Good
124
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 377 reviews
6 - Okay
68
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 377 reviews
4 - Poor
30
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 377 reviews
2 - Terrible
24
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tamara
18 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 10 nights, there’s a free shuttle bus into Fira 5 times a day which is awesome.
The staff are extremely friendly and are always there to help. Really enjoyed our stay
Tamara
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Svitlana
1 Sep 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owners are great, friendly people. Family business. Only one wish: newer bedding and newer towels.
Everything else was great
The family who runs the hotel is welcoming and available 24 hours. The hotel provides a free shuttle to the bus transportation depot that takes you to the famous town of Oia to watch the sunset. The only concern is that you have to follow the hotel shuttle schedule that runs every three hours, requiring that you plan accordingly since it is a distance from Fira which is not walking distance.
The staff at Porto Castello was excellent and very friendly and helpful. It’s a small hotel but was clean and provided everything we needed. The free shuttle service to and from Fira was very convenient. I would definitely stay here again. If quaint cozy and comfortable is what you’re looking for this is it… very budget friendly as well!!
Shanta
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Bozenna
10 Jul 2024
The hotel was clean,staff very helpful,few steps to the pebble beach/bring water shoes.Place very peaceful and secluded,but you could take free shuttle to busy Fira.Nice,big pool.You can have full breakfast at the hotel ,very convenient.
In the evening the dinner was served by the pool,
Ana is very good cook!
Nice clean property. Some flights to Santorini arrive at 2am and this property has a paid shuttle to the airport and a 24 hour concierge which is very nice.
Stayed here overnight during a layover. Staff was super friendly and nice. Shuttle to ferry port/airport is very convenient.
Unfortunately, our room reeked of cigarette smoke which I found to be overwhelming.
Exceptional hospitality from the staff especially Cody, George, Demitra , two wonderful housekeepers ladies. Very friendly. You feel like you are among your own family. Special thanks to little princess Spostoli who gives a wonderful angelic vibe to the place. We want to come back soon
I had a pleasure to stay in Porto Castello September 18-21. In my opinion : good location , near the beach , good size swimming pool, spacious facilities in comparison with Fira’s accommodations , peaceful and quiet place. We could hear the sea waves from our balcony at night. We love the free transportation to and from the hotel to Fira daily. I highly recommend this hotel.
This hotel is good for people who are looking for a place to relax onsite and not do much sightseeing. The room was great but the hotel needs some upgrades. The reception area is gloomy. This hotel is not accessible by public transit but there is a free shuttle service that takes you from the hotel to Fira 4 or 5 times a day. Close to a beach.
Calm & tranquil hotel with a pool, and one minute walk to the sea. Quiet & peaceful, away from all the madness.
There's a free shuttle service to/from Fira every three hours.
There are various breakfasts served untill 12pm. You can also order from a take away menu for lunch and dinner.
Cindy and George are lovely.
The only negative for me was smoking is allowed in the rooms..
Matthew
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Caroline
21 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Family run hotel where you can feel Greek culture a bit closer.
Located in a secluded and quiet area around 10 min from Fira city centre, they offer a free of charge transportation every 3 hours which is convenient.
The rooms are modest but well equipped with A/C and mini fridge. Sheets and towels are changed every two days and the overall cleaning is spotless! Not sure if it is a thing in Greece but found weird have to hold the shower over my head.
The breakfast runs from 8-12 and you will have few different and basic set menu to choose for. I picked the ‘Healthy’ and everything tasted very fresh everyday. The lady who helped me had a contagious and genuine smile even when they were busy! efcharistó!
The pool restaurant opens at 4pm in case you don’t want to got back to town they have a tasty and adaptable menu. However if you are planning to spend the day at the hotel you could buy drinks and few snacks at the reception but there are no shops around so be prepared if you like snacking.
As my flight was late, after checking out I could spend the day at the pool, have a shower and dinner before heading to the airport and it was really handy.
I paid €25 for airport transfer and it takes only 10 minutes from the hotel.
Overall I enjoyed very much my staying at Porto Castello and would recommend it for sure!
Porto Castello is a very pretty hotel in a tiny town on Santorini, about 4-6 km from Fira, the main town on Santorini. No elevator. Clean, well kept rooms with balconies. 5 different breakfast types available, paid daily per person. Saltwater pool. Free shuttle with drop off just outside Fira runs about every 3 hours from 8:30 am to 11:30 pm. Can arrange airport or port transportation. Staff were wonderful!
When we arrived, they couldn't initially find our reservation booked through Expedia, but then discovered that our reservation started the following day. I had the printout from our reservation, and it was our error, not the hotel's. They quickly found us a room for the extra day and even got us into the room early as we had arrived early in the day from the port. I cannot thank them enough for their assistance in this situation.
Town is very small with very narrow streets, so parking would be difficult. Walk to small beach. Only one or two restaurants in town, so you need to either plan to eat in Fira, the main town, or order delivery from a restaurant in town that they have a menu for. Roads on Santorini are very narrow, with lots of curves and steep drops, so you couldn't easily walk from hotel to anywhere else.
Catherine
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Karen Jeanina
3 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
It was good for the price. It has shuttle to the airport and port but it has an additional cost.